T M 5 - 3 8 0 5 - 2 6 2 - 2 0
T E C H N I C A L M A N U A L
O R G A N I Z A T I O N A L M A I N T E N A N C E
L O A D E R , S C O O P T Y P E , D E D
4 x 4 , A R T I C U L A T E D F R A M E S T E E R ,
2 - 1 / 2 C U B I C Y A R D
( J . I . C A S E M O D E L M W 2 4 C )
( N S N 3 8 0 5 - 0 1 - 1 5 0 - 4 8 1 4 )
DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A: Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.
HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARM Y
1 SEPT 87
TM 5-3805-262-20
EXHAUST GASES CAN BE DEADLY
Exhaust gases can produce symptoms of headache, dizziness, lOSS of
muscular control, or coma. Permanent brain damage or death can result
from severe exposure. You can insure your safety by following these
rules: DON’T operate the heater or engine in an enclosed area unless it
is properly ventilated. DON-T drive with any of the loader-s inspection
plates , cover plates, or the hood off unless necessary for maintenance.
If you notice exhaust odors or exposure symptoms, IMMEDIATELY VENTILATE
the area.
If symptoms persist, remove the affected people and treat them:
● Expose them to fresh air.
If necessary, give artificial respiration.
● Keep them warm.
DON’T permit physical exercise.
Refer to FM 21-11, First Aid for Soldiers, for first aid treatment
of injured personnel.
ROTATING FAN BLADES
Before working in area between radiator and engine, be sure engine is
turned off. Failure to do so could cause serious injury to fingers or
hand by rotating fan blade. If you injure your fingers or hand, obtain
medical aid immediately.
OIL UNDER PRESSURE
Hydraulic reservoir is pressurized. Shut off engine and operate
hydraulic control valves before removing hydraulic reservoir fill cap.
Failure to do so could cause serious injury or death.
RETAINING/SNAP RINGS UNDER SPRING TENSION
Exercise care when removing retaining/snap rings. Some of these parts
are under spring tension. Severe injury may result by the part striking
your eye if you don’t observe this precaution. If your eye is struck by
a foreign object, seek medical aid immediately.